Senior Scientific Director - Publications (Oncology)

About the Company

Lockwood collaborates with clients in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries to identify effective, holistic, science-based strategies to address their objectives through medical communications. We focus on accuracy, transparency, and scientific value to create programs that are evidence-based and clinically relevant.

Responsibilities

• Provide clients with strategic medical communication recommendations that support brand goals
• Independently lead execution of content development activities
• Supervise Associate Scientific Directors
• Liaise with in-house or freelance staff to manage writing and content-related tasks
• Oversee scientific content planning and development for assigned accounts across various therapeutic areas

Requirements

• Advanced degree in science (PhD, PharmD, or MD)
• 7+ years of relevant experience with medical publications (manuscripts, posters, abstracts, etc.)
• Experience with professional medical editorial processes (AMA style)
• Working knowledge of ethical guidelines (ICMJE, GPP2022)
• Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret scientific data and manage projects under tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• CMPP certification
• Experience with Heme/Oncology and solid tumors